Basic Spell Construction

Because of the very nature of Magick, each working should
be highly individualized and personal. Even if following a traditional
spell, it should be tailored to your specific needs to be most effective
for you. Understanding the basics of Spell Construction will enable you to
formulate your own specific, effective spells for any purpose you desire.

Preliminary planning is necessary. The very first step is to decide
precisely what your desired end result is to be. Before you can start, you
must decide where you are going. You must be very explicit.

It is important, also, that you choose your time carefully. You should
take into consideration all Astrological implications, energy currents and
Moon phases.

The Moon is the astronomical body closest to us and, therefore, has a
profound influence upon us. Witches often prefer to choose a time when the
Moon is in an astrological sign which is appropriate for their working. For
example:

Aries/Action - Enthusiasm

Taurus/ Renewal -Sensuality

Gemini/Communication -Curiosity

Cancer/Emotion - Nurturing

Leo/Vitality -Determined

Virgo/Organizing -Studious

Libra/Balance - Cooperation

Scorpio/Sexual -Philosophical

Sagittarius/ Strength - Humor

Capricorn/Authority - Ambitious

Aquarius/Innovation- Social

Pisces/Sensitivity - Idealistic.

Bear in mind that magickal workings for gain, increase or bringing things
to you, should be initiated when the Moon is Waxing (from New to Full). When the Moon is Waning (from Full to Dark), it is time for magickal
workings of decrease or sending away.

The highest energy occurs at the Full Moon and, therefore, this is the
most powerful time for magickal workings. The New Moon is the next most
powerful time for Magick.

Whenever possible, follow Nature's natural Energy Currents. There is a
natural time for starting things (a planting time), for maturing things (a
growing time), for reaping things (a harvest time) and, of course, a time
for rest and planning.

Flowing with these currents will make your magickal work much easier.

Remember to plan your project for a time of uninterrupted privacy. It is
important that you have no distractions. Generally speaking, it is best to
work as late at night as possible. A time when there is less frantic
energy is most appropriate. You might consider Midnight or later.

In choosing a place to do your magickal working pay particular attention
to your needs, for you must be comfortable. Your place should be private,
quiet and secure. If at all possible, set aside a special place for this
purpose only. An unused room, a special corner of your bedroom, a quiet,
secluded spot in your garden. A place that is yours. A place that you can
come to whenever need arises and that is as free from intrusion of others
as possible.

Prior to the night of your magickal working, gather together the things
that you will need. All of the things used are tools. They have no
inherent magick. They are to help you create a mood. If correctly made and
used, they will trigger primitive responses from deep within you. They
should be chosen with care. Consider the purpose of your ritual and choose
your tools accordingly. If your magick is to be sexual, your candles,
oils, incenses and so forth, should bring forth a sexual response. If the
desired result of your Magick is Tranquility, then the tools should make
you feel calm, peaceful and serene. Any candles you might use should not
have commercially added fragrances as these may not be appropriate for
your working.

Prior to your ritual, prepare yourself and your equipment by any means
necessary to clean and purify. Historically, people have fasted, followed
meticulous and detailed bathing practices, practiced chastity and used
many other methods.

Most often a Ritual Bath is the preferred method. A bath frequently
utilizing candlelight, fragrant herbs, bath salts or sensuous oils. A
sumptuous hot bath, special bathing preparations and appropriate lighting,
combined, can create the soothing effect which will help in the very
important step of relaxing and clearing the mind completely of all mundane
thoughts and experiences of the day. Your ritual Bath should, also, begin
to set the specific vibrations conducive to your purpose into motion. You
must not only cleanse and purify but must, also, begin to create the type
of energy necessary.

Once your purification process has been accomplished, you are now ready to
begin. Proceed to the special place you have previously chosen in which to
perform your magick. If at all possible, you should make use of the
primitive responses set into motion by a well chosen piece of music. Your
music should start slowly and build to a rousing climax.

As you use your oils, light your candle or incense (or utilize any other
tool you have chosen), you should begin to further intensify the energy
that you have set into motion around you. A high degree of intensity is
vitally important.

The Altered State of Consciousness that you must reach is not a meditative
state. Anything that interferes with your ability to concentrate upon,
reach and control the high energy state necessary to perform magick should
be avoided. Such as, screaming children, a sink full of dirty dishes, use
of alcohol or drugs, etc.

Do not scatter your energy by attempting to do more than one magickal
working at a time.

Remember that Magick is the manipulation of energy, a thought is a form of
energy and a visualization is an even stronger form of energy. Your
visualization can be a method used to intensify further and direct your
will. Your visualization can be the method by which you control the
magickal energy you have produced. You must know what you want. You must
see it. You must feel the high energy flow. You must direct it.

One of the most important elements in the practice of any form of Magick
is the Universal Law of Cause and Effect. This means that whatever you do
(or don't do) you cause something to happen.

The most important consideration is the Universal Law of Retribution. This
means that no matter what you do, it comes back to you in like kind.

It is the nature of things that as you send something out it gains
momentum, so that, by the time it comes back to you, it is three times
stronger. If you do something nice for someone, someone will do something
nicer for you.

"As you weave and spin your spell, Three fold return the tale will tell."